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Justin Townsend sadly becomesthe first line of duty death in

the 69 year history of the Dagsboro Fire Department.

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WINTER 2012/2013VOLUME 15, NO. 2 SERVING DELAWARE’S FIRE, RESCUE AND EMS COMMUNITY

DVFA/LADVFA Conference Wrap-Up

see pages 16-19

Winter 2012/2013 Delaware Fire Service News,

In this issue...

PLUS:Editorial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 4Gone But Not Forgotten . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 33Community Service . . . . . . . . . . . . .pages 34, 35Obituary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 36Announcements & Awards . . . .pages 37, 38, 44Delaware Fire Service In Action . . .pages 39-41Up Close & Personal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 42Industry News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 44

Historic Burton Bros.Hardware Damaged by Fire

DVFA/LADVFA ConferenceWrap-Up

Delaware Responds toHurricane Sandy

NCCo Responds To Level IIMCI Involving Bus

Firefighter Townsend’s passing is thefirst line-of-duty death in the 69-year his-tory of the Dagsboro Fire Department.

November 12th fire took multiplefire companies about 2 hours tobring blaze under control.

Extensive Delaware Fire Service Newscoverage of this year’s event.

Delaware Fire Service took to thecause of helping fire departments inthe barrier islands of NY and civilians inNY and NJ.

New Castle County paramedics andfire company EMS personnel conduct triage on a bus with 33occupants.

See story page 8

See story on pages 20-21

See story page 26

Delaware Fire Service in ActionPhoto essay showing Delaware’s FireServices in action throughout thestate.


See story page 11


Dagsboro Firefighter Justin Townsend Honored

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H O S E C O N N E C T I O N S

What Makes UsDifferent

by Steve AustinWhat is it about the Delaware

Fire Service that makes us unlikeother fire service systems? I havebeen thinking about what distin-guishes us and offer a few reasonswhy we are different.

• Our size: Folks often point tothe fact that our small footprintmakes it easier to get along witheach other. True but not the fullpicture. We have neighboringcounties in other states that aremuch smaller in geographic sizethat have more fire companiesthan we do. In some of these juris-dictions there is little contact letalone collaboration among thedepartments. Our size makes iteasier to know one another and wetake advantage of that.

• We generally like one anoth-er: We are like a big family. Manyof us meet our fellow firefightersduring rookie training and devel-op bonds that last a lifetime. Sure,like any family we have oursquabbles but we always closeranks when the chips are down.

• We are fiercely independent:With no central authority wemake decisions at the companylevel to best suit the needs of ourcommunities. The most respon-sive government is local govern-ment and despite a few hiccupswe have learned how to worktogether without central authority.

• Our pension system: It wasdesigned to recognize who madeus who we are. We resisted thetemptation to exclude our oldermembers when our system beganin the mid 1980s. We agreed tocap everyone’s payout so ourolder members who had volun-teered all their lives could receivea modest pension. It was the rightthing to do. It is one of our proud-est achievements.

• Our Fire School: Fire and EMStraining isn’t controlled by a universi-ty system or by the State Fire Marshal.Our appointed Fire PreventionCommission who oversees the schoolanswers to the Delaware Code not apolitical authority.

• Our Fire Marshal’s Office:The State Fire Marshal is an inde-pendent regulator and a lawenforcement agency and is not anarm of the State Police.

• Our County and StateAssociations are like no other: Weget together on a state and countylevel several times each month toexchange information and toimplement fire service adminis-trative and operation policies. Wedon’t always get all we want butdemocracy does rule. We change

our officers every year so thereare fresh ideas in the pipeline allthe time. Our officers travel upand down the state visiting otherassociations which gives every-one the opportunity to find outwhat others are thinking anddoing.

• The Delaware Fire Servicehas a national reputation: We weremajor players in the establishmentof the United States FireAdministration and the NationalFire Academy. We help found theInternational Society of Fire ServiceInstructors, the Delaware Valley FireChiefs Association, the NationalVolunteer Fire Council (NVFC) andthe Congressional Fire ServicesInstitute (CFSI). Today we hold leader-ship positions in the InternationalAssociation of Fire Chiefs, theInternational Association of ArsonInvestigators, the Cumberland ValleyVolunteer Firemen’s Association,International Fire Service TrainingAssociation (IFSTA) and theDelmarva Volunteer Firemen’sAssociation. Our folks chair orserve on key NFPA committeesand have served on the NFPABoard of Directors.

• Career and volunteer fire-fighters work together for thegood of our citizens: The relation-ship between our only full careerpublic fire department, the twofederal fire departments and thevolunteer combination system is amodel for the nation.

• Our Fire Police: No one elsehas a statewide organized firepolice operation sworn to protectfellow responders and citizens.We keep our older membersengaged after they have ceased tobe able to take part in fire suppres-sion due to their age.

• We believe and practice FireBased EMS: Our BLS deliverystructure integrated with ALSthrough our county and trooper-medic systems provides worldclass service to our fellow citi-zens. Our regulator, the State Fire

Delaware Fire Service Newswould like to thank all respon-ders who left their families toanswer the call to protect yourcommunities from the ravagesof Hurricane Sandy. As thestorm approached all aspects ofthe emergency services workedtogether to prepare for the "per-fect storm." Yes, the East Coastfinally was hit with the stormthat many used as a worst casescenario model to drill on.

Despite the high winds andtorrential rain, you, the firstresponder went out in the mid-dle of the storm, to protect andhelp the residents of your com-munities. While Delaware wasspared the worst of the storm,you showed your true colors byproviding needed assistance toyour fellow firefighters in NewYork and New Jersey. DelawareFire Service News and FireNews recognizes what you havedone and we sincerely thank youfor a job well done.

As the editor, I would like tothank my staff who worked rightup to the beginning of the stormto make sure our other FireNews editions went to pressbefore the storm hit. They alsoprepared for the editions of ourpaper that were going to pressafter the storm. I ask you to read

the names of the staff that arelisted on page three of our paper.Without their dedication andcommitment to our paper and tothe fire service, our newspaperswould have not made it to presson time. Today’s technologymakes it easier to bring thepaper to you. However, whentechnology lets us down, youstill need to rely on your staff toremember how things were donein the past. The fact that ourInternet and Intranet went downdid not stop us from producingall of our papers on time.

Hurricane Sandy took thelives of many. Take a moment tosay a prayer that the familieswho lost loved ones are com-forted in their time of need. Inthe end, we are scarred from thisbattle. The personal scars willremain, but we will recoverfrom this ordeal and we will bestronger than ever before. Onceagain, a sincere thank you goesout to everyone who risked theirlife to save a life. Your traininghas not failed you. You are allheroes and deserve to be recog-nized for your dedication andcommitment to the emergencyservices. Thank you for beingthere for us!

-Dennis

Prevention Commission has stoodwith us to protect our fire servicebased system.

• We have the best relationshipwith the law enforcement commu-nity, bar none, in the world: Oftenoverlooked elsewhere, goodpolice/fire relations make a realdifference in providing emergencyservices to our citizens. We knowthat and we work hard maintain-ing that level of cooperation.

• We understand how to bepolitical and not partisan: Partylabels never interfered with doingwhat was right for the citizens weserve. While individually we backour favorite candidates in bothparties, as independent fire com-panies we know how to work withwhoever is elected. The politicalskills of many of our members arelegendary.

• The distribution of the fireinsurance premium tax gives usfinancial independence: We aredifferent from all other states

because this tax goes direct to thefire departments and isn’t filteredthrough the General Fund. Inaddition the Fire School and theFire Marshal’s Office are financedthrough the General Fund notfrom the fire insurance tax.

• Our Auxiliaries: Even in theface of declining enrollment ourladies continue to provide valu-able services to our fire companiesraising thousands of dollars eachyear. Their county and state asso-ciations are class operations.

• We support the right causes:It could be a member or a familythat's hurting or perhaps an entirefire department in a different statethat needs help. We are there withmanpower, supplies, apparatusand money. Fire, flood, manmadedisasters, no matter. Our peoplereach out before even being askedand we deliver.

Yes we are different. We areDelaware Fire Service.


DVFA OfficeServing Delaware’s First Responders Since 1921

DVFA President – Looking Foward To A Great Year!by Charles H. Boyer,

President, DVFA

It has been two short months since I wasinstalled as your President and much has hap-pened. The Delaware Fire Service had its firstline of duty death, since 2009. We lost a greatyoung man in Justin Townsend. Our hearts andprayers went out to the Dagsboro FireCompany and Justin’s family. We also experi-enced the threat of Hurricane Sandy which for-tunately for us hit New Jersey and New York.I wanted to thank every one of you who havebeen involved in the relief efforts for this verysad disaster.

I also wanted to thank you for giving me theprivilege of leading this great organization. Ilearned a lot going though the chairs and lookforward to that experience to carry me thoughmy year as President.

I wanted to congratulate LADVFA

President Penny Rodimak on her installation asPresident and wish her, her officers and the

LADVFA continuedsuccess this year.

So far, I have hadthe pleasure to be apart of some greatevents and am lookingforward to the othermilestones that mayoccur this year.

All is moving wellwith the DVFA. TheGovernment AffairsCommittee has beenmeeting to lay out

their plans for this legislative year. They havehad some very productive meetings with a lotof good input from the entire committee. Wereceived an extension of our SAFER grant andwe look forward to Earle Dempsey and his

committee providing us with some outstandingresults.

We are meeting with Governor Markellsoon and expect it to be a positive meeting.The Executive Manager and the officers arecontinuing to meet with every Fire Companyor Department who are members of the DVFA.We really enjoyed attending the companymeetings and wish to thank the Presidents forallowing us to do so. Our goal is to tell thestory of the DVFA to every fire company. Welook forward to accomplishing that goal.

I wish to congratulate all the fire companyofficers who have been elected to lead theircompanies in 2013 and let you know that theDVFA is there to help at anytime.

To all the firefighters, EMTs, fire companymembers and Ladies Auxiliary members, mayyou have an extremely joyous Holiday and agreat and prosperous New Year!

LADVFA Cornerby Penny Rodimak, President LADVFAFirst, I would like to thank everyone who

worked hard on the Conference of 2012. Theyput so much time in getting the conferencetogether and spent time away from their families.Their dedication to the DVFA and the LADVFAshould be noted. The committees dealt with mat-ters so that the delegates, alternates and memberscould enjoy themselves, learn from the seminars,and to see to other needs. If I had a cowgirl hat,I would tip it and say “Great job, you all.” Well,I don’t need that hat so, “Great job!” I encourageall those, who did not have an opportunity towork on a committee that when you see someonewho did, just let them know what a great job theydid. Maybe, you would like to be on a commit-tee and help with the 2013 Conference? If so, letsomeone on the conference committee know.

What I would like to see this coming year isthat we let the communities know and under-

stand what the Ladies Auxiliary of a FireCompany is all about. Everyone within the FireService knows what the Ladies have accom-plished. Most people think that the FireCompanies consist of two parts; the firefightersand the ambulance service. They don’t reallyknow that there is another part.They need toknow that the Ladies Auxiliary not only cookdinners but help in so many other ways. Thecommunities need to understand that the ladiesare doing far more than working in the kitchen.

The Fire Company’s story is told everydaywhen the siren goes off and firefighters andambulance crew respond to the call. Maybe, yousee them on the television saving a family froma burning house or read in the newspaper aboutan accident that happened at 3:00 a.m. It is diffi-cult for the ladies to be noticed seeing that theyare in the background most of the time. Notmany people recognize their value.

I think it is time that we open our mouths andlet our communities know the Ladies Auxiliaryis part of the Fire Company. Let them know whatwe do for the communities and how we workwith fire service to teach fire safety, raise moneyto help to get equipment, and so much more thatour ladies are achieving.

This year, I would like us to take on educat-ing the communitieson what an auxiliary isand what we do. I amdedicating my year toall of the auxiliaries.Since we are sisters, letus raise our voices andbe heard with our songof love in volunteeringto help not only ourFire Companies butalso our communities.

Conference 2012: This year’s conference is inthe books and it was a successful event. We wishto thank all the companies who participated in theconference events. The EMS and Fire trainingclasses were well attended and the BLS gameswere a hit. We know the EMS folks are lookingforward to running the games next year.Congratulations to those who participated in thegames. Two of the administrative seminars werealso well received. The legal seminar dealing withemployee and membership issues and the DVFAround table were such a success they will be on theagenda for next year. The conference committeewill soon begin work on the 2013 Conference, ifyou have any suggestions please contact the officeand we will pass them on to the ConferenceCommittee.

Elections: The 2012 Election Season is finallyover. Return day was a success with most of thenewly elected officials in attendance. We had 15changes in the General Assembly, 13 of which arebrand new faces. Changes occurred in all threecounties. In the Senate districts 4, 6, 11, 12, 19,and 20 have new officials. In the House, districts 1,

11, 19, 20, 23, 29, 32, 38 and 40 have new faces.If your fire company falls in those districts, pleasecontact them and invite them to your affairs. If youneed help in identifying them please contact theDVFA Office.The DVFA Government AffairsCommittee and the Executive Manager are work-ing on presentations for each new member of theGeneral Assembly.

Hurricane Sandy: The State of Delawareescaped this powerful storm with very little dam-age. After seeing the damage in New Jersey andNew York, it would not be hard to imagine whatthis storm would have been like if it came in toDelmarva as was originally projected. The DVFAOffice received many phone calls from peoplewho wanted to help. We wanted to thank all of youwho participated in the DVFA Food Drive andthose of you who reached out to the individual firecompanies in New York who were wiped out bythe storm.

Fire Company Meetings: The DVFAOfficersand the Executive Manager would like to continueto attend your company meetings and make theDVFA presentation. We are over half way and are

looking forward to attending your meetings.Please contact the office to schedule a meeting.Thank you.

E-mail Communications: In an attempt toenhance the communications from the office toyou, we use Constant Contact. Our Newsletter andmany of our email communications go out overthe Constant Contact network. If you would like tobe part of our network contact Melissa at the belowaddress to have your e-mail added to our list.

Chiefs and Presidents: To all Chiefs andPresidents, especially newly elected ones.Communications is vital to the success of anyoperation. Being able to contact you is extremelyimportant. Please send us your contact informationso we can add you to our administration and oper-ational communications lists. Thank you.

If you need us please call. Be safe.

Have a Great Holiday Season, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Warren Jones Melissa [email protected] [email protected]


Fallen Dagsboro Firefighter Justin Townsend Honored

A grieving but grateful community crowded a local high school and lined the streets oftiny Dagsboro, Delaware, on Saturday, October 6 2012, to pay their final respects to fallenJunior Firefighter Justin E. Townsend, who was remembered during services for his dedica-tion to and love for the Dagsboro Volunteer Fire Department he died serving.

Hundreds of firefighters and other public safety professionals from across Delaware,Maryland and Virginia, and even some from as far away as Florida and New York, remem-bered one of their own during a public service inside Indian River High School in Dagsboro.Justin Townsend was given full firefighter honors and promoted posthumously to SeniorFirefighter - the rank he was on course to receive before his tragic passing.

Following the service, his flag-draped casket was raised atop a Dagsboro antique fireengine, which wended its way through the community’s streets on its way to FirefighterTownsend’s final resting place at Redman’s Cemetery.

Along the way, the procession passed by the Waples Street firehouse one last time, wherethe engine paused for a moment and the Station 73 siren wailed, sounding FirefighterTownsend’s final alarm.

Firefighter Townsend was killed in a traffic crash while responding to a fire alarm late inthe afternoon on September 27, 2012. His passing has shaken the small, tight-knit depart-ment and the community it serves. But it has also brought out a tremendous outpouring ofsupport from throughout Sussex County and beyond.

“Justin, although 17, was a man in all respects,” said Bryan Townsend, Justin’s father,who is also a member of the fire department. “He realized, even as a young man, the dan-gers we all face while serving in the fire and EMS services. Although he was our son, I amproud to have called him my brother in the volunteer fire service. On behalf of my wifeMelissa, Justin’s mother Maryann and all of our family, I want to thank the community, ourfire companies and all of those who have expressed their support and love during this timeof sorrow. His memory and your kindness will live forever.”

Fire company leaders, as well as Delaware Governor Jack Markell, Lt. Governor. MattDenn, United States Senators Tom Carper and Chris Coons and U.S. Congressman JohnCarney, hailed Justin Townsend for his commitment to the fire service, and remembered thesacrifice he made in service to others.

“Justin was a one-of-a-kind man,” said Alden Townsend, president of the DagsboroVolunteer Fire Department. “His enthusiasm for serving with us was outstanding and wehonor him by recognizing him as a firefighter with our organization.”

Shane Furbush, chief of the department, added “The strength of a community is with thepeople who serve it. We have lost a wonderful addition to our organization, and we knowthat the example Justin set for others in Dagsboro and elsewhere will help encourage themto become involved in this volunteer career of community service.”

Governor Markell, who ordered all State flags to be lowered until Monday, October 8, inJustin Townsend’s honor, said such a loss is never easy for a community or family to bear.But it does not go without recognition or without appreciation from those who knew him orwere influenced by his service.

“Nothing can take away the pain a parent suffers at the loss of a child,” Gov. Markell saidin his tribute to Justin on Friday evening. “It reminds us all of the constant dangers firstresponders face in every community in Delaware. I extend our State’s condolences and sym-pathies to the Townsends and their extended family at this time of sorrow.”

Firefighter Townsend’s passing is the first line-of-duty death in the 69-year history of theDagsboro Fire Department.

Obituary


The Wilmington Manor Volunteer Fire Co. was dispatched to 186N. DuPont Hwy. for a trash compactor fire. Engine 28-5 arrived tofind smoke coming from the unit. Due to the compactor being con-nected to the container, a representative from the trash company

was contacted to disconnect the unit so the fire could be extin-guished. Once the unit was disconnected a 1-3/4 inch line was placedin service to contain and extinguish the fire.

-DFSN Photos by David Horack/ Story by Chief Chad Ingram

WilmingtonManor HandlesCompactor Fire


Burton Bros. Hardware Burns in Seaford

On November 12, 2012, at 2112 a historic and beloved Seaford icon,listed on the National Registry of Historic Places, Burton'sHardware, was seriously damaged by fire. It took multiple fire com-panies about two hours to bring the blaze under control using bothoffensive and defensive operations. On dispatch, smoke could beseen many blocks away, but ironically the Seaford Ambulance hadpassed by the establishment just 20 minutes prior. On arrival of the87 Command and the first units, the second floor was completelyinvolved. Visibility at street level was only a few feet and firefight-ers had a hard time just approaching the building due to a highpressure system and calm winds at the time of the fire. Deputy Chief

Curt Purse immediately called for assisting companies and beganplacing equipment, some of which went to the nearby NanticokeRiver to draft. Along with Seaford, assisting companies were:Blades, Bridgeville, Laurel, Delmar, Georgetown, Greenwood,Federalsburg, Eldorado-Brookview. Gumboro was on stand-by atStation 87. Work continues on the salvage of many antiques storedin the main fire area. Ron and Ric Marvel continue to work withtheir insurance provider and the City of Seaford to determine thefuture of the structure. The cause of the fire was determined to beelectrical. -DFSN Photos by Rick Stewart and Chuck Snyder/

Story by Rick Stewart


A House Fire For Harrinton

On October 13, 2012, at 2021, the Harrington, Felton and HoustonFire Companies were alerted for a house fire at 5415 WhitelysburgRd. Assistant Chief Robbie Brode (50 Command) responded andwas advised by Kent Center that this was a working alarm. Brodearrived on scene and reported a single story residence with heavyfire showing. Chief Ralph Tucker (50-1) responded and wasadvised by command to pull past the residence and place two 1- 3/4inch CAFS lines in service. Tower 50 was ordered by command topull behind 50-1 and Tower 50's crew was assigned ventilation. 50-2 was ordered by Command to supply 50-1. As additional unitsarrived they were ordered by Command to supply 50-2 and begina water shuttle. The scene was placed under control at 2102 andall units remained on scene until 2236 hrs. All units cleared thescene and the scene was turned over to the Delaware State FireMarshal's Office for investigation. Units on scene: 50 Command,50-1, Tower 50, 50-2, Rescue 50, 50-8, B-50, 48-5, 48-3, 52-5, FirePolice and FM-28 (Brode). Station 47 units stood by at HarringtonFire Co.

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Tractor Trailer BreaksInto Half On Route 1

On Saturday, September 8, 2012, at 1348 Station 44 (Smyrna) wasdispatched for a tractor trailer fire on State Route 1 at exit 114 locatedsouth of Smyrna. E/R 44-4 under the command of Captain EasleyPierson (44-19) was the first unit to respond.

While responding a second report given by Kent Center to theresponding units advised them that this was not a fire but a tractor trail-er that had become disabled and broke in half, with a change of loca-tion, now reported on State Route 1 at Mill Creek.

Engine 44-3 under Command of 1st Assistant Chief Isaac Hankins(44-16) arrived and confirmed conditions as reported and establishedcommand. Chief Hankins ordered the crew of 44-3 to investigate thesituation. The crew reported back to command that a 53-foot box trail-er carrying 15-pound cylinders of LPG had lost it’s structural integrity,breaking in half causing the collapse of the fully loaded trailer.

Command placed Past Chief Brooks Keen (44-29) in charge of off-loading and transferring the product safely. Crews assisted DNRECand DSP until the arrival of another trailer to be loaded with the prod-uct. CHC had four units in service with 35 personnel for four hours and46 minutes and the officer in charge was 1st Assistant Chief IsaacHankins. Units on scene were E/R 44-4, E 44-3, R-44, 44-10 DSP,DNREC, DELDOT TMC, and Chambers Towing.

-DFSN Photo by Gene Shaner/Story By Eugene Tucker, PIO - CHC NO 1


Six people were taken to the hospital after a fire on Madaket Courtin The Meadows of the Villages of Old Landing. The RehobothBeach, Lewes, and Indian River Fire Companies responded.

-DFSN Photos by Chuck Snyder

Six Hospitalized inMadaket Court BlazeSix Hospitalized inMadaket Court Blaze


18th Annual DVFA/LADVFA Conference a Success


18th Annual DVFA/LADVFA Conference a Success

-DFSN photos by Liz Bradish and Frank C. Trotta


Delaware State EMS Association Annual Banquet

ReportBy W. Mike McMichael,

DSEMSA SecretaryOn Wednesday

September 12, 2012, theDelaware State EMS Association (DSEMSA)held its annual Awards and Installation Banquetat the Dover Sheraton. Many of the past DSEM-SA past Presidents, delegates and alternatesfrom the various companies within the state aswell numerous guests were in attendance.DSEMSA President John Adams opened theDinner meeting welcoming everyone as PastorBob Hudson provided the invocation. The flagsalute was led by Past President Al Thomas.

Guest introductions, Past Presidents as wellas the 3 county association's officers were alsorecognized by President Adams prior to recess-ing for the Dinner by the Sheraton staff.

All officers' reports were presented as well ascommittees reports. Special emphasis on a com-mittee report on the final installation of the high-way memorial signs for our loss sisters,Stephanie Callaway and Michelle NewtonSmith. A special slide show presentation show-ing the new memorial signs and as well as vari-ous pictures of the DSEMSA officers and otherEMS providers in action throughout the pastyear.

This year's awards were presented as fol-lows:

• Philip S. Young Memorial EMS Lifetime Achievement Award Robert Jones of Delmar Fire Company

• Michelle Newton Smith Memorial Heroic EMS AwardJohn Hazzard & Chris Muscara of the Rehoboth Beach Fire Company

• Stephanie Callaway Memorial Excellence in Paramedicine AwardDavid Aber of the NCCo EMS & OdessaFire Company

Honorary Lifetime Membership• Michael Smith of Tacoma, Washington• Matt Denn Lt Govenor of Delaware• Dr Ben Corballis of Wilmington, DEPresident Adams then provided his past years

comments & remarks on the accomplishmentsduring his term. Installation was then conduct-ed by the Honorable Mayor of Dover CarltonCarey with the following being installed asDSEMSA officers for 2012-2013: President EdAngwin, 1st Vice President Sean Humphreys,2nd Vice President Mat Demarco, TreasurerNaomi PJ Gosch, Secretary W. MikeMcMichael, Past President Director JohnAdams.

Past President Adams then turned the gavelover to new President Angwin. PresidentAngwin then presented his comments andremarks as gifts were being exchanged. PastPresident Adams was given his President'sJacket by the DSEMSA officers. The Dinnermeeting concluded with the Benediction byPastor Bob Hudson.

2012 DVFA Parade Award Winners

Fire Company with Musical Marching UnitBest Appearing: Citizens’ HoseFire Company without Musical MarchingUnitBest Appearing: ClaytonLadies Auxiliary Marching UnitBest Appearing: MinquadaleFire Company Color Guard UnitBest Appearing: Citizens’ HoseNon-School BandsBest Appearing: Citizens’ Hose

School BandsBest Appearing: Dover High SchoolDrum MajorBest: Dover High SchoolDelaware Fire ApparatusBest Appearing: Volunteer HoseHand Drawn AntiqueBest Appearing: HartlyAntique Pumper (pre-1959)Best Appearing: BridgevillePumper (1959-1984)Best Appearing: HockessinPumper (1985-present)Best Appearing: Citizens’ HoseRescueBest Appearing: Citizens’ HosePumper/RescueBest Appearing: ClaytonTankerBest Appearing: Citizens’ HoseAerial DeviceBest Appearing: Citizens’ HoseSpecial UnitBest Appearing: Indian RiverMarine Rescue VesselBest Appearing: Indian RiverChief/Command VehicleBest Appearing: Volunteer HoseAmbulanceBest Appearing: CheswoldQueensBest Appearing Miss Fire Prevention:HoustonBest Appearing Junior Miss FirePrevention: Citizens' HosesBest Appearing Little Miss Fire Prevention:HartlyBest Appearing Pre-Teen Miss FirePrevention: ClaytonFire Prevention FloatsBest Appearing: Bowers BeachOut of State - Best Appearing OverallBest Appearing: Kennett Square, PATraveling Longest DistanceKennett Square, PA

Rehoboth Member AwardedFire Policeman Honors

A member of the Rehoboth Beach VolunteerFire Company has been singled out for his ded-ication to the DVFA as Fire Policeman of theYear.

Preston Dyer was selected for his 50 yearsof service to the DVFA. His career began in1961 with the Carlisle Fire Company ofMilford, where he remained until 1992 whenhe moved to Rehoboth and joined the firedepartment there.

Mr. Dyer became a life member ofRehoboth in 1995 and is also a life member ofthe Kent County Fire Police Association,Sussex County Fire Police Association and theDelaware State Fire Police Association.

Pres started as a Fire Policeman in 1974 andin 2010, was one of the top responders making159 calls for alarms. He is also chairman of theRehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company'sMuseum and Archive Committee and active intheir fire prevention work in the community.Outside the fire department Mr. Dyer servesthe state as a member of the Delaware Board ofCosmetology and is active in his church.

Millville Members SelectedFor Meritorious Award

Four members of the Millville VolunteerFire Company have been selected as recipientsof the Meritorious Service Award for heroismby the Delaware State Fire Chiefs Association.

Firefighters Roger Hitchens, EddieHammond and Greg Tietmeyer along withEmergency Medical Technician ElaineDowning were selected for their actions at a

house fire that took place on Valentines Day,February 14, 2012.

"At about 6:15 a.m., Elaine was on her wayto work, when she noticed a window open in aresidence which was unusual for winter weath-er. When she investigated further, she sawsmoke coming from the window and heard theresident, Elva Bennett crying for help."

Ms. Downing, with the assistance of fire-fighters Hitchens, Hammond and Tietmeyerwere able to take Ms. Bennett to safety andhelp with rescuing her two dogs, who were inthe home at the time of the fire. The victim wastaken to Bebee Hospital in Lewes, where shewas treated for smoke inhalation and released.

"Elaine and the guys are really angels," Ms.Bennett said. "I didn't think I was going tomake it out of the house until they camealong."

Meritorious awards are given each year aspart of the Fire Chief's meeting that takes placeduring the Annual Conference of the DelawareVolunteer Firefighter's Association. Thisweeks' meeting concludes Saturday with theannual fireman's parade in Dover.

Dover’s Charles BoyerSelected President Of DVFA

A long-time member of the Dover FireDepartment is taking the reigns as President ofthe Delaware Volunteer Firefighter'sAssociation.

Charles H. Boyer of Dover has become thefirst member of the Dover Fire Department toserve as President of the DVFA since 1930. Hewill lead a volunteer firefighter's associationrepresenting 60 fire departments throughoutthe state for the next year.

Mr. Boyer has served as a member of thevolunteer fire service for more than 53 yearsand ascends to the post of President after serv-ing as Fire Chief of Dover, and President of theKent County Fire Chief's Association.

"I'm terribly humbled", an emotional Mr.Boyer told several hundred members of theDVFA and their Auxiliary at the SheratonHotel and Conference Center in Dover as hewas installed. "This journey began with myfather, Ralph Boyer, who was fire chief atDover Air Force Base when it was an Army AirField in the 1940's and 1950's."

Mr. Boyer credited his predecessors withsetting the stage for a long future for the volun-teer fire service, but cautioned the futuredepends on recruiting and retaining an ade-quate number of members to local fire depart-ments.

"We must continue to encourage residentsof our local communities to become involvedwith the volunteer fire service," Mr. Boyersaid. "Remember you don't have to fight firesto be a member. The fire department needsaccountants, physicians, bankers and mechan-ics to help out, in addition to fighting fires.That is a very important thing for men andwomen who want to serve to remember."

Penny Rodimak, of the Hartly VolunteerFire Company was elected President of theLadies Auxiliary of the DVFA.

"Helping our local fire departments is whatthe Auxiliary is all about," Ms. Rodimak said,during her installation. "Change is all aroundus in this organization. I can remember whenthere were no women firefighters, and no menwho are members of the Auxiliary," she said."Now you see that change in our memberships.We are proud, as members of the volunteer fireand EMS services to be able to serve our com-munities. We hope everyone takes the time tohelp with this important contribution to ourlocal community."

Ms. Rodimak heads a total of 53 Auxiliariesthat serve fire departments throughoutDelaware.

DVFA/LADVFA Conference


Firefighter OfThe Year For

2012 Hails FromSmyrna

A veteran member of theCitizens Hose Company in

Smyrna has been singled out as Delaware'sVolunteer Fireman of the Year at the DelawareVolunteer Firefighter's AssociationConference.

Gerald Mood, a member of the company for56 years, was selected by a review committeeof senior members of the DVFA.

"Gerald is there for what ever the companyneeds him for," said S. Christopher Hudson,President of Citizens Hose Company Number1. "Whether it's carrying a flag in a parade, put-ting flags on deceased firefighters' graves,working bingo or answering an alarm to serveas a driver, Gerald is always there."

During his years of service, Mr. Mood hasheld nearly every fire line office in the compa-ny as well as most of the administrative posts.He was made Chief Emeritus in 2006 andgiven a special life membership in 2000. Eachof these awards are reserved for very specialmembers and have only been handed out totwo people in the history of the fire company.

Mr. Mood and his brother Jimmy havelogged hundreds of miles in service to theircompany. "No matter how big or how small thetask, we can always count on Gerald to mentor,support and guide any member of the volunteerfire service," James Mood said. "I couldn't askfor a better brother to serve in the fire servicewith."

Heroic Firefighter NamedFrom Aetna Hose, Hook And Ladder

A member of the Aetna Hose, Hook andLadder Company in Newark, has been selectedas Heroic Firefighter of the year by theDelaware Volunteer Firefighters' Association.

Andrew J. Cavanaugh was singled out forhis service dedication in the rescue of a fire-fighter who had fallen into the basement of aburning building.

The incident happened on March 23, 2012,when Aetna was dispatched to a working housefire in the Covered Bridge Farms developmentnear Newark.

"Andy had responded directly to the sceneand found that a firefighter had fallen througha burned out section of the home and into thebasement," said Chief John Rudd. "FirefighterCavanaugh, using his training and experiencewas able to put a ladder into the basement andhelp the fallen firefighter to safety withoutregard for his own well-being".

Mr. Cavenaugh was not injured in the inci-dent and the firefighter suffered only minorinjuries to his leg and ears. "FirefighterCavanaughs' action reflected great credit uponhimself and the fire company," Chief Ruddsaid. "It is in keeping with the finest heroic tra-ditions of the volunteer fire service."

The Heroic Firefighter Award is given eachyear as part of the Fire Chief's meeting thattakes place during the Annual Conference ofthe Delaware Volunteer Firefighter'sAssociation.

Townsend FirefightersHonored For Heroism

Four members of the Townsend FireCompany have been selected as recipients ofthe Meritorious Service Award for heroism bythe Delaware State Fire Chiefs Association.

Jeff Dawson, Monty Martinez, Mike Foxand Mark Lucy were singled out for theirefforts in a water rescue that took place onAugust 14, 2011.

Members of the Townsend Fire Companywere dispatched to a call for a capsized canoein Blackbird Creek, shortly after 4:30 in theafternoon. Upon arrival they found two peopleclinging to a tree which in waters that weresome six to seven feet above normal due toheavy rains.

In a few short minutes, the two individualswere rescued from the swirling waters, afteraccessing the flood from the opposite side ofthe creek.

"Water was over the banks, some fifty yardson both sides of the creek", said Fire Chief EricEide. "The quick thinking and fast reaction ofthese four firefighters saved the lives of twopeople who surely would not have made it,"Chief Eide said.

The Heroic Firefighter Award is given eachyear as part of the Fire Chief's meeting thattakes place during the Annual Conference ofthe Delaware Volunteer Firefighter'sAssociation.

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Delaware Responds To Sandy

On November 9, 2012, seven members of the Millville Volunteer Fire Company and one from the Frankford Volunteer Fire Company travelled to theRockaway Point Volunteer Fire Department to deliver an engine to assist in recovery efforts. The members included: Chief R.C. Evans, Deputy Chief BobMagee, Rescue Captain/Vice President Cody Lockwood, Bob Steffens, Charles Mood, Matt Mudry, Nick Ryman, and Brian Bacon (Frankford Vol Fire Co).

-DFSN photos and story submitted by Bob Powell, Public Information Officer

Division Manager Robbie Murray prepares an updated HurricaneSandy shift briefing on Monday October 29, 2012.

-DFSN photo and story submitted by Eric Huovinen, SCEMS

Seaford Vol. Fire Department pumping out the control room of the Blades Drawbridge during “Sandy”

-DFSN Photo by Rick Stewart


Delaware Responds To Sandy

In the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy the Delaware Fire Service tookto the cause of helping the fire departments in the barrier islands of NewYork and the civilians in New York and New Jersey. A few of our fire-fighters had connections to New York and started a drive to help PointBreeze Fire Company of Breezy Point, New York. Al Cerro, BobMerring and Mark Alston led the campaign with the First State FOOLsto help Breezy Point. Ryan Knowles of the Carlisle Fire Company andthe Terry Fund led the effort for clothing and fire department equipmentfor the people and companies and New York and Long Island. GeneKrystopolski of Cranston Heights and the DVFA led the efforts toorganize a food drive for all of those in the devastated areas. TheMillville Fire Company loaned an engine to the Rockaway Point FireCompany because their apparatus were lost during the storm.

There were many people who donated, time, equipment, money andsupplies for the efforts. Ellendale, Carlisle and Citizens Hose becameregional collection points and turned their fire houses into food andclothing centers. The Cranston Heights Fire Company, as the main cen-ter for the food collection point and as a storage for Breezy Point aswell, became engulfed in boxes and boxes of everything. PresidentWarrick and Chief Head of Cranston Heights and their members deservea special credit for the mayhem their fire house turned into during thefood drive. Most of the fire companies in Delaware became local col-lection points for the food drive on November 28, 2012. Local 313 ofthe IBEW donated a pickup truck load of items for the effort. Over 15pallet loads of food were collected and shipped to the food bank in NewJersey for movement farther north.

Bill Tobin and Terry Jester, of the Memorial Fire Company, provid-ed the box truck and their time to transport the food collected in Sussexand Kent Counties to Cranston Heights. The Memorial Fire Companyalso donated a $1000 check to the cause. Kathy Grieco, of HopkinsMovers, provided the tractor trailer to move the food from CranstonHeights to New Jersey. Jay Jones of Ellendale, Ron O’Neal of Millsboroand Ginni Tice of Seaford handled the Sussex food drive coordination.Blake Bowers of Citizens Hose, Glen Neese of Camden, and RyanKnowles of Carlisle handled the Kent County food drive coordination.

Fire Equipment for Breezy Point came from Christiana, CranstonHeights, Mill Creek, Minquas, Five Points and Citizens Hose FireCompanies. United Electric Supply Company donated a generator tothe Point Breeze Fire Company. Bowers Fire Company donated a com-mand vehicle and Clayton and Goodwill donated gear for the TerryFund to distribute. Firefighters Mark Hall of Dover and Josh Dempseyof Cheswold are also working with the Terry Fund. Many otherDelaware Fire Companies are on stand-by with other needed fire equip-ment as soon as those needs are assessed.

If you consider the past history of the Delaware Fire Service, wehave donated fire apparatus, gear, equipment and supplies to many ofour sister fire companies throughout the United States who sufferedthrough heartbreak like this.The efforts for Hurricane Sandy, onceagain, showed the character and compassion of the firefighters ofDelaware. A great job was done by all!

-DFSN story submitted by Warren Jones

Large white oak tree on top of carin Angola Neck.

-DFSN photo by Warren Jones

Warren Jones and Gene Krystopolski unload atCranston Heights.

-DFSN photo by Terry Jester

Ryan Knowles, Bill Tobin, Dave Johnson,Phillip Flur, and Warren Jones.


Ellendale loading crew. Bill Tobin, Jamie Webb,Terry Jester, Vada Sample and Jim Furbush.


Lewes and Rehoboth Beach Standby crew at Station 3, Angola.


The directors and members of the Terry Farrell Firefighters Fund traveled

to the Richmond Volunteer Fire Companyin Staten Island to resupply them

with gear and equipment.-DFSN photo submitted by Ryan Knowles

Bob Merring, Al Cerro, John Farrell, Tom Neary, BrianBergerson and Mark Alston, at Cranston Heights Fire

Company before heading to Breezy Point-DFSN photo by Bob Merring

Directors and members of the Terry FarrellFirefighters Fund of Delaware in Staten Island.

-DFSN photo submitted by Ryan Knowles

Standing: Warren Jones, Cody Nepal, ChrisThompson, Gene Krystopolski, Ed Clark, Jim

Fisher and Tom Brooks, Kneeling: LesWarrick, Terry Jester and Bill Tobin.


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ParamedicRob Walker

AttendsCommunityHealth Fair

1st Annual Bethany Beach First RespondersTriathalon-Duathlon

Sussex County Emergency Medical Services along withambulance crews from Bethany Beach Volunteer FireCompany, Millville Volunteer Fire Company,Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company, RoxanaVolunteer Fire Company provided medical support forthe first annual Bethany Beach First RespondersTriathlon-Duathlon on September 23, 2012. The EMScrews used all terrain vehicles on the beach during theswimming event, roving units during the bike and run-ning events as well as maintaining accountability of allparticipants during the event.

-DFSN story and photos submitted by Eric Huovinen, SCEMS

Paramedic Rob Walker on behalf SussexCounty EMS attended the CommunityHealth Fair on Saturday, October 27,2012, from 0900 to 1400, at the FrankfordVolunteer Fire Company, in Frankford.Rob spoke with the roughly 750 attendeesabout the paramedic service within SussexCounty and Delaware.

-DFSN story and photos submitted by Eric Huovinen, SCEMS

Winter 2012/2013 Delaware Fire Service News, SCEMSSussex County Emergency Medical Services

Welcomes New Paramedics

Daniel Tilghman, Jr. -SCEMS would like to welcome DanielTilghman, Jr. Daniel started his out of stateprocess on Monday August 27, 2012. He hasbeen working on basic life support ambu-

lances since2007 and recent-ly obtained hisMaryland para-medic certifica-tion.In his off time,Daniel enjoysspending timewith family andfriends, playingguitar and root-ing for theDetroit Lions.

Dustin Richards - SCEMS would like to welcome DustinRichards. Dusting started his career on Wednesday October31, 2012, after graduating with his Emergency MedicalTechnician Paramedic Associates Degree from DelawareTechnical and Community College. Dustin has been an activemember of the Bridgeville Volunteer Fire Company for thelast four years and has been working throughout SussexCounty as a basic life support provider.Heather Wilson - SCEMS would like to welcome HeatherWilson. Heather started her career on Wednesday October31, 2012, after graduating with his Emergency MedicalTechnician Paramedic Associates Degree from DelawareTechnical and Community College. She currently resides inthe Felton area and enjoys spending time with her family andfriends.Trent Hill - SCMEMS would like to welcome Trent Hill.Trent started his out of state process on Wednesday October31, 2012, after moving to the area from Pennsylvania. Herecently graduated with his Emergency Medical TechnicianParamedic Associates Degree from the Pennsylvania Collegeof Technology. In 2006, Trent started his EMS career as afirst responder EMT for his local fire company.

-DFSN story and photos on this page all submitted by Eric Huovinen, SCEMS

(Left to right) Dustin Richards, Heather Wilson, Trent Hill.

Jessica “Jess” Bonini - Sussex County Emergency MedicalServices (SCEMS) would like towelcome Jessica "Jess" Bonini toSCEMS. Jess started her career onMonday September 10, 2012, aftergraduating with her EmergencyMedical Technician ParamedicAssociates Degree from DelawareTechnical and Community College.Prior to obtaining her paramedicdegree, Jess frequented EMS scenesby providing basic life support carethroughout Kent and SussexCounties. Jess currently resides inDover and enjoys surf fishing andhiking.

Emily Duros -SCEMS would like to welcome Emily"Emmy" Duros. Emmy moved to the areafrom Mill Creek, Washington (just north ofSeattle) and started her out of state process onMonday August 27, 2012. She obtained her

paramedic certifica-tion from CentralWashington Universityin June of 2012, afterworking five years as afirefighter/emergencymedical technicianintermediate near herhometown. She cur-rently resides in theGreenwood area andenjoys spending timewith her pets and visit-ing family and friends.

Samantha Hager - SCEMS would like to welcome SamanthaHagar. Samantha started her career onMonday August 27, 2012, after graduatingwith her Emergency Medical TechnicianParamedic Associates Degree from Delaware

Technical andC o m m u n i t yC o l l e g e .Although shehas no previousEMS experience,Samantha statedshe has enjoyedher recent para-medic trainingand feels she hasmade the bestcareer choice ofher life.


NCCo Moves to Improve Paramedic StationsThe Emergency Medical Services Division of the

New Castle County Department of Public Safetyreceived approval to improve two paramedic stations.Paramedic Station No. 2 in the New Castle area hasbeen moved to a leased facility, and preliminary plans toreplace Paramedic Station No. 5 in the southern NewCastle County area were approved by County Council.

Paramedic Station No. 2 was previously located inthe County’s William J. Conner Building near the NewCastle County Airport. The temporary arrangementrequired two vehicles to use a single garage door locat-ed on the back of the building. County paramedics weresubject to pigeons that would roost in the rafters of thegarage bay, and fumes from the sewer trucks that wereparked in the adjoining garage area. On June 26, 2012New Castle County Council approved Resolution No.12-099 to authorize the County Executive to sign a leaseagreement that included renovations to prepare thefacility for use as a paramedic station.

On October 24, 2012 Paramedic Station No. 2 wasrelocated to a leased facility at 207 Old ChurchmansRoad, which is located in the same area as the airport. The leased facil-ity includes a garage bay with sufficient space to store three paramedicvehicles, a locker room, work area, staff lounge, kitchenette and securemedical storage area. The five-year lease includes an option for renew-al.

On September 4, 2012 the New Castle County Council approvedResolution No. 12-124 to authorize the County Executive to sign aMemorandum of Understanding with the Christiana Care HealthSystem for a joint project in the southern New Castle County area. Thejoint project would result in Christiana Care constructing a paramedicstation on the grounds of the freestanding emergency department cur-rently being built between Middletown and Odessa. The County would

pay for the construction of the paramedic station in return for a 99 yearlease. The specifics of the lease agreement are currently being negoti-ated.

“Paramedic Station No. 5 is currently located in the New CastleCounty Police Southern Patrol Unit facility in Middletown. It is the lastEMS facility that does not have the ability for sheltered storage of para-medic vehicles,” said Chief Lawrence E. Tan of the EMS Division. “Weend up having to move the paramedic unit and personnel whenever wehave extreme or hazardous weather conditions. This project would pro-vide shelter for the paramedic units and personnel, and eliminate theneed to find emergency accommodations during inclement weather.”

The construction of the paramedic station could be completed asearly as April 2013. -Submitted by New Castle County EMS

On October 24, 2012 at 1738 hours, the New Castle CountyParamedics were dispatched with several local fire companies to areported serious motor vehicle collision involving a rollover and aloaded bus on Interstate 95 southbound, north of South College Avenue(Route 896) near Newark. Additional callers to the 911 center reporteda subject trapped.

Fire company and EMS personnel located the incident in the medianof I-95 in the area between South Chapel Street and Old Baltimore PikeIndustrial Park. Initial responders found a red car with two occupantstrapped, and a loaded Bolt bus with 33 occupants. The preliminarytriage of the two occupants of the red car revealed the female driver wasin cardiac arrest, and a male passenger was in respiratory arrest. Severaloccupants on the bus were reporting injuries following the collision.

At 1749 hours, Deputy 9 (Aetna) established command and declareda Level II multi-casualty incident (MCI). “A Level II MCI is typicallyfor incidents involving 11-20 patients, under the Statewide Multi-Casualty Incident Plan,” said Chief Lawrence Tan of the New CastleCounty Paramedics. “The Level II MCI declaration results in a seriesof events, including the dispatch of 6 BLS ambulances, 2 paramedicunits, a Paramedic Sergeant and EMS Lieutenant, a state police helicop-ter, along with automatic notification of the EMS Division staff and areahospitals. It's the equivalent of a ‘medical box alarm’ assignment to theincident.”

New Castle County Medic 6 was the first arriving ALS unit, andimmediately split between the two patients in the red car. The male pas-senger of the red car was rapidly extricated with assisted ventilations,and prepared for transport. The Delaware State Police helicopter(Trooper 4) landed in the northbound lanes of I-95 to drop off their med-ical staff. The trooper-medics assisted Medic 6 with the care and trans-port of the first patient. The driver of the car was later pronounced deadat the scene.

Fire department and NCC*EMS personnel performed primary triageon the bus and determined that nine patients had minor complaints fol-lowing the collision. Secondary triage resulted in seven patients declin-ing further medical treatment or transport, and two patients being trans-ported to the Christiana Hospital by BLS ambulances.

The NCC*EMS staff established contact with Christiana Hospitaland provided a situational update that included general information foreach patient being transported. The emergency department provided aroom assignment for each patient that was relayed to the transportingambulance.

A preliminary “MCI Alert” was sent to the emergency department bythe communications center. The Christiana Hospital was notified of theconclusion of patient transports from the scene and the termination ofEMS operations. The incident remains under investigation by theDelaware State Police. -Submitted by New Castle County EMS

Incident commander Aetna Deputy Chief A. J. Schall (left) and NCC*EMS ChiefLawrence Tan (right) coordinate operations at the scene. Deputy Chief Schall's declara-tion of a Level II MCI resulted in the rapid assignment of sufficient EMS resources tohandle the incident and minimized delays in transporting patients to the ChristianaHospital.

New Castle County paramedics and fire company EMS personnel conduct triage on aBolt bus with 33 occupants. Nine riders initially presented with complaints after the collision, seven of which ultimately declined further treatment or transport to a hospital.

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The 2012 replacement paramedic vehicles are pictured in front of the New Castle CountyDepartment of Public Safety Headquarters on DuPont Highway. The latest generation responsetrucks include changes from roll-up to insulated compartment doors for better temperaturecontrol of the ALS medications and equipment. This is also the first year New Castle Countychanged to a Chevrolet chassis, following worldwide issues with the Ford Super Duty engines inemergency vehicles. New Castle County EMS is a nationally accredited ALS-intercept agencythat uses non-transporting paramedic response vehicles for a majority of its EMS operations.

-Submitted by New Castle County EMS

On October 17, 2012, Paramedic Corporal Christopher A. Johnsonfrom the New Castle County Emergency Medical Services Division wasrecognized as the Paramedic of the Quarter for the third quarter of 2012by the Kiwanis Club of Wilmington. The quarterly award was present-ed during a luncheon at the Hotel DuPont.

Paramedic Corporal Johnson was cited for his consistent focus on theneeds of his patients, and an unwavering attention to duty. His dedica-tion to duty was highlighted by an incident that took place on July 26,2012 when he responded to a report of a 77 year old male experiencingchest pain. Within moments of his arrival at the scene, ParamedicCorporal Johnson was advised by radio that he would not be needed andcould clear the scene.

Under normal operating procedures, he could have immediately leftand returned to the hospital to reunite with his partner, who had trans-ported a different patient. However, based on his experience and judg-ment, he elected to disregard the release from the scene and continuedinto the house to see the patient. After his on scene assessment, he ini-tiated a full paramedic work-up that included four separate 12-lead elec-trocardiograms, and accompanied the patient to the hospital. Thepatient was ultimately designated as a "heart alert" patient that requiredmobilization of a specialized cardiac care team.

"Paramedic Corporal Johnson could easily have left the scene and letthe basic life support ambulance transport the patient to the hospital.

His decision to disregard the cancellation and proceed to the patient'sside is an illustration of the priority he places on the well-being of thepublic he serves", said Chief Lawrence E. Tan of the New Castle CountyParamedics. "His commitment to service is worthy of recognition."

Paramedic Corporal Johnson resides in the southern New CastleCounty area with his wife, Tina and their two children.

-Submitted by New Castle County EMS

(L to R) Mr. David Wilson of the Kiwanis Club of Wilmington presentsParamedic Corporal Christopher Johnson and his wife, Tina with the Paramedicof the Quarter Award for the third quarter of 2012 at the Hotel DuPont.

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The New Castle County Paramedics completed their twenty-firstyear of community service to the Ministry of Caring with a food basketassembly at the Emmanuel Dining Room in Wilmington. The annualevent, which has been coordinated by Lt. Mark Allston for over twodecades, resulted in the preparation of Thanksgiving meals for 609needy families in the region.

Several New Castle County Paramedics were joined by members ofthe New Castle County Police Department, County Office of HumanResources, Christiana Care Health Services staff, Wilmington PoliceDepartment, members of the New Castle County volunteer fire service,Girl Scouts, Delaware Vipers Baseball Club, Goldey Beacom CollegeWomen’s Softball Team and H&R Block Associates. The volunteers

moved fresh turkeys from vehicles, and bundled canned goods, stuffing,potatoes, fresh vegetables and bread for distribution.

WJBR radio conducted a “Turkey-Thon” at three different locations,and brought 400 fresh turkeys to the Emmanuel Dining Room. Twoanonymous donors purchased 135 turkeys that were transported to theassembly site by County paramedics.

“Lt. Allston established the partnership between the County para-medics and the Ministry of Caring,” said Chief Lawrence E. Tan of theEmergency Medical Services Division. “His commitment to this proj-ect has resulted in our sustained support that has expanded to includeour families, and several other groups that were seeking opportunities togive back to their community.” -Submitted by New Castle County EMS

New Castle County Paramedic Jessica Duncan (left) andParamedic Cpl. Robert Sullivan (middle) from Medic 1 arejoined by Sgt. Walter Ferris (right) from the WilmingtonPolice Department during the food basket assembly onNovember 19th.

Fresh donated turkeys werestacked in the EmmanuelDining Room as volunteers circulated through the room tobundle the food for distributionto needy families in the region.The event volunteers unloadedhundreds of turkeys from several vehicles that pulled upto distribution site.

The 2012 Ministry of Caring Thanksgiving Food Basket volunteers pause after preparing food for 609 families in theWilmington and New Castle County area. Some volunteershave made the project an annual holiday event for theirfamilies.


Busy Weekend at D.S.F.S.

Fire School held classes that brought the weekend attendance tojust short of 300 students in October. 177 students were registeredfor the first outside weekend of Basic Skills. 73 additional studentswere registered for Hazardous Materials Response Skills. FireOfficer I and NREMT-B Recert also ran with an attendance of 23and 7 students respectively. The Fire School staff would like tothank the instructors, aides and kitchen staff who helped make theschedule run smoothly. -Submitted by Mike Lowe, DSFS

Fire School HostsSchool Field Trips

The Delaware State Fire School once again hosted local Schools totheir facilities for Field Trips. Fourteen schools took advantage ofthe program. An estimated 1,150 students were in attendance.Fire Escape, Roles of a Firefighter, Home Hazards, EmergencyCalling, Fire Behavior and First Aid were areas taught by FireSchool Instructors. -Submitted by Mike Lowe, DSFS

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-Submitted by Mike Lowe, DSFS

The Delaware State Fire School and the Laurel High School FutureFarmers of America partnered to present a Progressive Ag SafetyDay to the children of Dunbar Elementary School on September28, 2012. Progressive Ag Safety is a program that educates childrenfrom rural environments regarding hazards the may encounter athome, in public or on the farm. Laurel Fire Department’s Cadetswere present and did sessions regarding Fire Safety to the group ofapproximately 225 children.

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East Millsboro Elementary's 5thgrade brought 136 people to theSussex Division of the Fire School.Millsboro Fire Company broughtan Engine and manpower to assistwith the program. Students visit-ed stations on Fire Behavior, HoseHandling, the Fire Engine, HomeHazards, Escape Planning andwhat happens at the scene of aMotor Vehicle Crash.-Submitted by Mike Lowe, DSFS

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Gone But Not Forgotten by Bob Romig

I received some information in the last few months about a rig fromKent County that is being restored by some gentlemen from Virginia.That rig would be a 1931 U.S. Fire Apparatus Co. engine that was pur-chased by the Harrington Fire Company. This rig was purchased some27 or so years ago from a private owner by Jim Hart from Roanoke, Va.It was in rough condition at that time with missing parts, rust and notrunning. Jim was able to get it running and pumping. He parked it in hisbarn with the intention of restoring it. His sons, Jim Jr., and Derek real-ized that their dad was not going to get to that restoration so they under-took a frame off restoration.

They feel confident that this rig is the one the Harrington purchasedback in 1931 even though they can't find and serial or manufacturersnumbers on this unit and Harrington did not have any information onthat rig. HFC had this unit until sometime in the early 1950's. The Hartsfound a picture of the rig taken back in 1968 in private ownership show-ing a wood frame windshield that had been added to it. The Harts wentto Harrington's website and found a picture of a very similar rig with afemale driver during WW2 sitting in the driver's seat. This picture alsohad a similar wood frame windshield, so they felt that they had pur-chased the old Harrington USFACO rig. They also acquired a factoryphoto taken of Harrington's truck so again they felt for sure this was the

one. They contacted the Harrington FD to let them know where thetruck was now located. Harrington had apparently been research forinformation on this rig, now they knew where it was and that it was ingood hands and being completed restored.

Mr. Bernie Punte of the Chesapeake Antique Fire ApparatusAssociation in Maryland and the Harts met with a Mr. Edward Puntewho was the grandson of Charles Punte who founded USFACO in 1909and produced several rigs for departments in Delaware and surroundingstates. The factory photo helped them identify in more definite termsthat they had found Harrington's truck. They got most of the truck backtogether this past July and wanted to pump the truck. All was well untila bang occurred and oil started to pour out of the transfer case. They findout that a tooth was missing on one of the gears of the Northern rotarygear pump. It is fixable and they are working on getting that done. Theboys are doing most of the grunt work and their dad is putting some ofthe smaller parts back on the truck. I will try to keep you posted on thefinal outcome of their project, but it sure is nice to know that someonebrought this rig back to life. The only one that I know of in Delawarethat is restored is Wilmington Manor's USFACO rig. There are manymore USFACO rigs that served Delaware and I will do a separate arti-cle on those probably in a future issue.

1931 Kent County Rig Being Restored

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Fire Prevention Day at Lord Baltimore Elementary School -Submitted by Bob Powell, Public Information Officer

Ashlyn Welch, Miss Houston Fire Prevention with Antique Engine.-Submitted By Mike Lowe, DSFS

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Harrington Hosts Students During Fire Prevention Week. -Submitted By Mike Lowe, DSFS

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Sussex County Firefighters Recognize Children for Fire Safety Efforts.-Submitted By Mike Lowe

Units 28 and 32 along with mutual aid from 18 and 20 participatedin a community safe day. -DFSN Photos by David Horack

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The Harrington Fire Co. Inc. regrets to announce the passing ofHonorary Life Member and Past President Albert C. Price on SundayAugust 19, 2012. Albert was 88 years old. He was a veteran of the USArmy Air Corp and retired from the US Postal Service. Albert was a66 year member of the Harrington Fire Co., Inc, joining on January 6,1946. Albert obtained his Honorary Life Membership in 1967 after 20years of active service.

Throughout his 66 years with the Harrington Fire Co., Inc. Albertheld many offices including Secretary, Board of Director, VicePresident and President in 1960. He also served as a Bingo TeamCaptain for many years and served on numerous committees. Albertwas also the last living member of the original Ambulance Squad thatbegan service on October 1, 1950. A full fireman's funeral was held atthe Harrington Fire Co., Inc on Friday August 24, 2012 with intermentfollowing at the Hollywood Cemetery in Harrington.

The Harrington Fire Co., Inc. would like to thank the Clayton FireCo. and Citizens Hose Co. of Smyrna for standing by while our mem-bers attended the services and the Farmington Fire Co. for assistingwith preparing the trucks for the services.

-Submitted by Captain/PIO Earl K. Brode


ANNOUNCEMENTS & AWARDSDVFA PRESENTATION

AT KENNETT SQUARE FCMike McMichael and

Elizabeth Bradish of theAetna Hose, Hook & Ladderrepresented the DVFA andthe Conference Committeewith a special presentationplaque on behalf of DVFAPresident Charles Framptonto commemorate the 40thanniversary of the 110 mile trek of pulling and pushing the KennettSquare FC antique hand pumper from Kennett to Laurel in lateSeptember 1972 for the Delaware State Fireman's Convention.

-Submitted by Mike McMichael

FIVE POINTS FIRE COMPANY FUNDRAISERPlease support the 2nd annual Holiday Fundraiser. 1st Prize: Vizio

55" TV, 2nd Prize: Apple iPad 16 GB, 3rd Prize: Sony 16 MPCamera/Case. Tickets are $5.00 each or 3 for $10.00. Drawing to heldDecember 21, 2012 and you do not need to be present to win. For tick-ets call 302-463-6060 or 302-229-8419 or see any Five Points FireCompany Member.

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CHARLES FRAMPTONTAKES OATH

New Fire Commissioner Charles Framptontakes the oath of office from the Chairman ofthe Fire Prevention Commission DaveRoberts for his one year Governor appointedterm.

-DFSN Photo by Mike McMichael

ANTIQUE FIRE APPARATUS SHOWAND FLEA MARKET

On Saturday, February 16th, 2013 the Antique Fire Apparatus Show andFlea Market will take place at the Holiday Inn Conference Center inJacksonville, Florida from 9 am to 3 pm. This event is sponsored by theFlorida Antique Bucket Brigade in conjunction with SPAAMFAA and fea-tures Apparatus Displays, Fire Related Flea Market (February 15th - 5:30to 7:30 pm & 16th - 9 am to 3 pm), Fire Prevention Displays, SFMODisplays, JFRD Demonstrations, Child Safety Checks, and Food Vendors.For more information visit www.fabbfire.org or contact Bob Romig [email protected] or Bill Agard at [email protected].

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of CFC graduatedfrom a program thatwas designed to pro-vide a structured, dis-ciplined and a guidededucation into theDelaware FireService. The RecruitSchool prepared allRecruits with theexpectations andc o m m i t m e n t srequired to become asafe and competentprobationary mem-

ber. At the completion of the Recruit School, each recruit received a cer-tificate of graduation. "I congratulate all recruits on becoming ProfessionalMembers of the Fire Service", said Richard J. Perillo Deputy Fire Chief -Chief of Training.

-DFSN Photo by David Horack, Story by CFC


SUSSEX COUNTY FIREFIGHTER’S

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2012/2013At the October meeting of the Sussex

County Volunteer Firefighter'sAssociation, hosted by the Blades Vol.Fire Company, the Officers for theupcoming year were installed.

Todd Reilly of the Blades Vol. FireCompany was installed as the incomingPresident. Jay Jones, of Ellendale, willbe First Vice-President and StevenDeery, of Indian River will be the SecondVice-President. The County Fire Police

installed Edward Schaeffer, of Lewes, as its President. The President ofthe County Chief's Association will be Penuel Barrett, of Georgetown.The County Ambulance Association recognized Jill Brittingham, ofDagsboro as its President. -Submitted by Mike Lowe

NANA’S KID CAMPAIGN

- IN MEMORY OF

DOROTHY GUDGEROver the past years, the Indian River

Volunteer Fire Company in conjunction withmany other corporate and community partnershas fostered a campaign to generate gifts,clothing, food and other family necessities forour local residents that may have fallen on unfortunate times.

This year is no exception and we have collaborated with all of theaforementioned partners and reached a mutual agreement to rename theannual Toy Drive to Nana's Kid Campaign.

This Nana's Kid Campaign is considered a tradition of goodwill tohonor Dorothy Gudger, affectionately known as Nana amongst her dear-est loved ones.

Nana (Dottie) was an extremely generous woman, who gave

unselfishly to many community children and organizations. Nanawould shop all year long for needs items such as toys, clothing, coats,etc. for children and their families that benefited from the County Bankand Indian River fire company annual drives. Dottie has instilled thatsame spirit into her grandchildren, who now carry on her legacy ofdonating toys to the fire company toy drive campaign.

It is our hope that you will share in these efforts to honor the mem-ories of Nana and contribute to the Nana's Campaign via donationreceptacles County Bank, or via the Parade of Trees at Grotto Pizza -Long Neck. Donations collected at the Grotto Long Neck location forCounty Bank's tree will be given to the Indian River Volunteer FireCompany in honor of Gudger so that the firemen can continue Gudger'sacts of generosity through contributions of needy children in the localcommunities.

For more information on the Indian River Volunteer Fire Company,go to www.irvfc.com. The Nana's Kids logo was developed anddesigned by Rogers Signs of Milton, Delaware.

2013 LONG ISLAND FIRE, RESCUE

& EMS MEGA SHOWThe 2013 Long Island Fire Rescue & EMS Mega Show is coming to

the Expo Center at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum on HempsteadTurnpike in Uniondale, Saturday February 23 and Sunday, February 24.This is the Tri-state's fastest growing show. The latest and most innova-tive turnout gear and newest product lines for the fire and rescue com-munity will be on display. Hundreds of vendors will be present toexplain and demonstrate their products and services. There will also bea two-day extrication competition.

Competing at this year's competition on Saturday are Hagerman,North Babylon, Montauk, Ridge, Nesconset and Great Neck Alert. OnSunday it will be Sayville, West Babylon, North Bellmore, Blue Pointand Selden.

Show hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday.Tickets are on sale at the door the day of the show; $13.50 for GeneralAdmission or have your department call for a pre-registration form.Children under 12 are free. Don't miss the 2013 Fire, Rescue& EMSMega Show on February 23 and 24 at the Nassau Veterans MemorialColiseum in Uniondale.

ANNOUNCEMENTS & AWARDS

Outgoing President Bill Buckaloo ofLewes is recognized for his service

by President Todd Reilly.


Millville Volunteer Fire Company

Two-Vehicle Accident

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Forceible Entry Training at BBVFC-DFSN Photo by Joseph Hopple

Citizens’ Hose Company Responds to HAZMAT-Submitted by Eugene Tucker PIO - CHC

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Dover Fire Department Responds to Fatal MVC

-Submitted By Michael J. O'Connor Jr. Assistant Chief

MVC Rollover South of Smyrna-Submitted by Eugene Tucker, PIO - CHC NO 1

-DFSN Photo by Brooks Keen Past Chief CHC NO 1

Bethany Beach First Responders Triathlon-Duathlon-DFSN Photo by Joseph Hopple

Multiple Alarm Structure Fire In South Bethany-DFSN Photo by Joseph Hopple



Working Trailer Fire In Dover

-Submitted By Michael J. O'Connor Jr.

Warehouse Fire In Seaford -DFSN Photo by Rick Stewart

Hazmat in Seaford-DFSN Photo by Rick Stewart

Seaford FD Rescues Kitten. -DFSN Photo by Rick Stewart

Townsend Fire Company Responds To Serious MVC

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Gas Leak In Seaford -DFSN Photo by Rick Stewart

Trooper 4 and Townsend FC Respond Serious MVC on Rt. 1 -DFSN Photo by Michele Ehart

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On Saturday November 10, 2012, The Directors and members ofthe Terry Farrell Firefighters Fund took part in a fundraiser heldfor Lenny McGee at the Parsonsburg Fire Company, ParsonsburgMD. Lenny has been suffering from terminal liver cancer, and themembers of his company held a Corn Hole Tournament to assistthe family with financial needs. The Delaware Chapter sold T-shirts and other memorabilia to support Lenny and his family.

-Submitted by Ryan Knowles, Director-Terry Farrell DE Chapter

Fundraiser Held ForLenny McGee

One person was transportedto Christiana Hospital in seri-ous condition and three oth-ers were transported withminor injuries after this vehi-cle lost control on south-bound DuPont Parkway (Rt.13) in the early hours ofNovember 11. Witnesses onscene stated that the vehiclehit a tree, a road sign and a

ditch before rolling end to end and landing on its roof. Firefightersarrived to find the occupants had removed themselves from thevehicle. Responding to this incident were Rescue 26, B-26, C-26,26-3, Ambulance 64 and Medic5. -DFSN Photo by Michele Ehart

The Directors of the TerryFarrell Firefighters FundDelaware Chapter along with the help of the National Chaptertraveled to New York City October 17, 2012 to fulfill the wishes ofa fire service member who is suffering from cancer. Lenny McGeeof the Parsonsburg Fire Company had dreamed of going to the 9/11Tribute Center and reflection pools in downtown Manhattan.Lenny and six family members were taken to New York by theDelaware Chapter and met with the National Chapter at FDNYRescue 5. The members of Rescue 5 provided the family with atour of the firehouse, as well as coffee and light snacks. Uponentering Manhattan the family was greeted by Lee Ielpi, the direc-tor of the 9/11 Tribute Center, (FDNY Ret.) who then gave the fam-ily a full personal tour of the facility. The Delaware Chapter wouldlike to thank everyone involved on this day to make this as specialas it was.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS& AWARDS

ANNUAL FIRE PREVENTION POSTER AND ESSAYS AWARDS PROGRAM

Sunday, November 11,2012 Earlier today, Carlislehosted their Annual FirePrevention Poster and EssaysAwards Program. Student win-ners representing local publicand private schools within theMilford School District werein attendance accompanied byfamily and friends. VicePresident Gillespie was the"Master of Ceremonies" andChief Elect Charles "Charlie"Vanaman and PresidentMarvin Sharp presented thestudents their trophies.Following the awards presen-

tation a small reception of assorted juices and homemade cookies wasprepared by members of the Ladies Auxiliary.

-Submitted by Ryan Knowles

CARLISLE CONGRATULATES JUNIORMEMBERS STEPHEN AND DREW FOX

Tuesday, October 23, 2012 The Officers and Members of the CarlisleFire Company and Ladies Auxiliary extend our heartiest congratula-tions to Stephen and Drew Fox in receiving their Eagle Scout Awardsduring ceremonies recently held in Grier Hall. Great Job Guys!

-Submitted by Ryan Knowles

CARLISLE OPEN HOUSE 2012On Sunday, October 21, 2012, Carlisle opened their doors and invited

the Milford Community to stop by and learn firsthand what services theirVolunteer Fire Company provides to our community. In addition toCarlisle, representatives from the Delaware Department of NaturalResources and Environmental Control, Delaware State Fire School, Officeof the State Fire Marshal, Forestry Department, Delaware State PoliceAviation Section, Sussex County Office of EMS, Dagsboro Fire CompanyDive Team and the Dover Air Force Base Fire Department. A specialthanks to the open house committee for all their hard work that ended in agreat day for everyone. -Submitted by Ryan Knowles


Electrical Malfunction Causes Fire in BearRobert L. Fox, Chief Deputy State Fire Marshal

The Delaware State Fire Marshal's office hasdetermined that the building fire in Bear, DE onNovember 25th was accidental.

The Christiana Fire Company was alerted to afire in the 1000 block of Woodchuck Place, Fox RunApartments shortly after 8:00 pm. Fire apparatusarrived and discovered a fire in the walls of thebuilding.

State Fire Investigators were called to the sceneand conducted an investigation. The fire originatedin the wall between the first and second floor andwas caused by an electrical malfunction.

Fire damage is estimated at approximately$85,000. There were no injuries reported. Severalfamilies have been displaced due to the fire and arebeing assisted by management and The Red Crossof Delmarva.

South Bethany Fire DamageEstimated at $1 MillionRandall W. Lee, Chief Deputy State Fire Marshal

The Delaware State Fire Marshal's Office inves-tigated a dwelling fire that occurred on Thursday,November 15, 2012 at 3:30 AM on the unit block ofSouth Anchorage Avenue, South Bethany, DE.

The Bethany Beach Fire Department respondedto the scene and was assisted by several surroundingfire departments. Upon arrival they encounteredheavy fire involving two dwellings. No injurieswere reported. Damages have been estimated at onemillion dollars.

Dover Fire Sends Two To The HospitalB. Scott Bullock, Chief Deputy State Fire Marshal

The Delaware State Fire Marshal's Office,Headquarters Division in Kent County, investigateda house fire that occurred on the morning ofNovember 7th in Capitol Park in Dover, DE. Thefire was reported, by the occupants, at 4:12 am inthe 100 block of N. Governors Blvd, in CapitolPark.

The Dover Fire Department responded andarrived with heavy fire involving the one storydwelling. Assistance was requested from the LittleCreek and Camden-Wyoming Fire Companies, aswell as, Kent County Paramedics. The fire wasplaced under control at 4:55 am. Two occupantsinside the home at the time of the fire sustainedinjuries during the event and were transported toKent General Hospital.

One occupant was treated and released forsmoke inhalation, and the other was transferred toCrozer Burn Center in PA for thermal burns andsmoke inhalation and is listed in critical condition.One firefighter was transported to Kent GeneralHospital for reported chest pains. The home wasnot equipped with working smoke detectors.Damages are estimated at $150,000. .Rehoboth Beach Fire Causes $250,000 In DamageRandall W. Lee, Chief Deputy State Fire Marshal

The Delaware State Fire Marshal's Office inves-tigated a dwelling fire that occurred on Wednesday,October 31, 2012 at 5:32 AM in the Meadows at theVillages of Old Landing in Rehoboth Beach,Delaware.

The Rehoboth Beach Fire Department respond-ed to the scene and was assisted by the Lewes andIndian River Fire Departments. Upon arrival theyencountered heavy fire from the second floor of thestructure.

The dwelling was occupied at the time of thefire. Five of the six occupants are being treated atBeebe Medical Center and Crozer Burn Center.

The home was equipped with working smokedetectors. Damages have been estimated at$250,000.00. Delaware State Fire Marshal's OfficeInvestigators have determined that the fire originat-ed on the second floor.

Dover FD Handles Fire DuringHurricane SandyB. Scott Bullock, Chief Deputy State Fire Marshal

The Delaware State Fire Marshal's Office,Headquarters Division in Kent County, has deter-mined a house fire that occurred in Capitol Park,Dover, DE was accidental in nature. The fire wasreported by the home's occupant at 10:50am onOctober 29, 2012 in the 100 block of S. GovernorsBlvd. in Capitol Park, on the city's south end.

The Dover Fire Department responded alongwith Kent County Paramedics and arrived withsmoke coming from a one story single familydwelling. The fire was quickly extinguished andplaced under control at 11:03am Deputy State FireMarshal investigated the fire and determined the fireoriginated in a utility closet and was caused by anelectrical malfunction. The fire is not believed to bestorm related at this time. No injuries were report-ed and damages are estimated at $25,000.

Investigation Results In Arrest OfArson SuspectRobert L. Fox, Chief Deputy State Fire Marshal

A Delaware State Fire Marshal's Office investi-gation into several fires at The Las CasasApartments has led to the arrest of a juvenile.

The investigation was initiated after several fireswere reported in #5 Colony Blvd. The fires causedminimal damage to the high rise building. Thebuilding was occupied at the time of the fires. Onseveral occasions the fire alarm system activatedand residents were forced to leave their apartmentsuntil the incident was cleared by the BrandywineHundred Fire Company.

After an extensive investigation a suspect wasidentified. The suspect lived in the building wherethe fires were set. The suspect was arrested lastnight by Deputy Fire Marshal's on three counts ofArson 1st and one count of Attempted Arson 1st.The suspect was released on unsecured bail to thecustody of his parents.

Propane Leak Causes ExplosionRobert L. Fox, Chief Deputy State Fire Marshal

The Delaware State Fire Marshal's Office hasdetermined that the house fire on Friday, October19th in Middletown DE., was accidental.

The Volunteer Hose Company of Middletownwas called to the 600 block of Old School HouseRd. at approximately 9:30am this morning in refer-ence to a house fire. Upon arrival heavy fire andsmoke was seen coming from the residence.Several other Fire Departments were called to assist.

State Fire Marshal Deputies were called to thescene to conduct an investigation. Deputy FireMarshals have determined that a propane leak insideof the residence caused an explosion and fire in thecrawl space of the basement.

The fire caused extensive damage to the resi-dence. Damage is estimated at approximately$400,000. No injuries were reported.

Arson Fire In LaurelRandall W. Lee, Chief Deputy State Fire Marshal

The Delaware State Fire Marshal's Office inves-tigated a dwelling fire that occurred on Tuesday,October 16, 2012 at 2:43 AM on the 200 block ofWest Sixth Street, Laurel, DE.

The Laurel Fire Department responded to thescene and was assisted by the Delmar, andSharptown MD Fire Departments. Upon arrival thefire had been extinguished by the Laurel PoliceDepartment.

The dwelling was occupied at the time of thefire. The home was equipped with working smokedetectors. No injuries were reported. Damageshave been estimated at $1,000.00

Delaware State Fire Marshal's OfficeInvestigators have determined that the fire wasintentionally set. Anyone with information shouldcontact the Delaware State Fire Marshal's Office at(302)856-5600 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333.

Wood Stove Causes Extensive Damagein HarringtonB. Scott Bullock, Chief Deputy State Fire Marshal

The Delaware State Fire Marshal's Office,Headquarters Division in Kent County, has deter-mined a house fire that occurred in Harrington, DEon Saturday was accidental in nature. The fire wasreported Saturday, October 13, 2012, at 8:21 pm inthe 5400 block of Whiteleysburg Rd, west of thecorporate limits of Harrington, DE in Kent County.The house fire was reported by the home's occupantafter smoke detectors alerted her to the fire. Thevictim discovered the fire in a room with an operat-ing wood stove and safely escaped the residencewith the family pet. After exiting the home, the vic-tim called 911.

The Harrington Fire Co, assisted by the Feltonand Houston Fire Companies responded to the resi-dence and arrived with heavy fire and smoke com-ing from the dwelling. The fire was placed undercontrol at 9:02 pm with no injuries reported.

Deputy State Fire Marshal's investigated the fireand determined a failure of the chimney compo-nents of the operating wood stove ignited structuralframing members. Damages were estimated at$100,000.

Cheswold Home Heavily DamagedMichael G. Chionchio, Assistant State Fire Marshal

The Delaware State Fire Marshal's office inves-tigated a fire that heavily damaged a Cheswold,Delaware house on the morning of October 6th.

The blaze, reported shortly after 10:00 am,occurred in the 100 block of Main Street within thetown limits of Cheswold. The Cheswold FireCompany arrived with flames shooting from the 1stand 2nd floors. There were no reported injuries.

Smoke alarms woke up two sleeping residentson the 2nd floor. They were able to escape withoutinjury. Heavy fire damage is estimated at $200,000.

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